Eero Saarinen and Aline Louchheim's Shared Ambition
As Eero Saarinen struggled to maintain his relationship with his wife, his relationship with Aline Louchheim and their shared professional ambition bloomed.
Aline Louchheim and Eero Saarinen
Aline Louchheim, an art critic at the New York Times, quickly developed a strong relationship with Eero Saarinen.
Conquering gravity with Saarinen at the TWA Flight Center
At TWA, we tried to design a building in which the architecture itself would express the drama and excitement of travel. In a way, this is man's desire to conquer gravity.
How Eero Saarinen Imagined the Ingalls Rink at Yale
In a time of modernist architecture, Eero Saarinen broke the mold by creating emotionally compelling buildings. When designing the Ingalls Rink for Yale's hockey team, Saarinen used suspended cables to create a fluid-looking roof and a truly unique space.
Eliel and Eero Saarinen's Work on First Christian Church
The First Christian Church in Columbus, IN, was designed by both Eliel and Eero Saarinen, and shows the marks of Eero's developing style.
Eero Saarinen's Revolutionary Design of the Dulles Airport
In designing the Dulles International Airport, Eero Saarinen re-imagined a jet-age world, solving the problem of growing terminals by bringing the passenger to the plane with a "mobile lounge."
Eero Saarinen's Design of the MIT Chapel
In designing the MIT Chapel, Eero Saarinen aimed to capture an environment "which was not derived from a particular religion but from basic spiritual feelings."
Reconstructing Eero Saarinen's MIT Chapel
MIT is renovating their chapel, designed by Eero Saarinen and dedicated in 1955, using modern building techniques and materials to maintain the original design.
Eero and Eliel Saarinen Compete for St. Louis
The famous Gateway Arch in St. Louis came out of an architectural competition, where both Eliel and his son, Eero, entered designs. Confusion over a telegraph addressed to "E. Saarinen" led to a celebration for Eliel, when it was actually Eero who had won the competition. The design won Eero critical recognition and helped launch his career as an architect of renown.
Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw the Future - Trailer
Explore the life of Eero Saarinen (1910-1961), whose visionary buildings include National Historic Landmarks such as St. Louis’ iconic Gateway Arch and the General Motors Technical Center in Michigan. Travel with his son, director of photography Eric Saarinen, as he visits the sites of his father’s work on a cathartic journey, showcasing the architect’s body of timeless work for the first time.
Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw the Future ~ Making the
Director Peter Rosen and Director of Photography, ASC, Eric Saarinen, discuss the making of the film Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw the Future.
Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady on Mentorship
Filmmakers Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady talk about their work as directors and mentors.
Phil Rosenthal Discusses Norman Lear's Impact
Largely responsible for the explosion of bold American television in the 1970s, writer/producer Norman Lear’s name is synonymous with the sitcom. The first documentary about the 94-year-old television legend, "American Masters — Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You," premieres nationwide Tuesday, October 25 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).
Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You
Largely responsible for the explosion of bold American television in the 1970s, writer/producer Norman Lear’s name is synonymous with the sitcom. The first documentary about the 94-year-old television legend, "American Masters — Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You," premieres nationwide Tuesday, October 25 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).
Rob Reiner on "All in the Family" Success
Rob Reiner reads early reviews of "All in the Family" and talks about the series' 8-season run.
Norman Lear on Tough Conversations
Norman Lear's work focused on real people and real conversations.
Norman Lear on the Red Carpet
Actors, writers and producers comment on Norman Lear at the red carpet premiere of American Masters' "Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You."
Norman Lear - All in The Family Disclaimer
Norman Lear's controversial work led to a disclaimer from CBS. The first documentary about the 94-year-old television legend, "American Masters — Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You," premieres nationwide Tuesday, October 25 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).
Norman Lear on Legacy
Largely responsible for the explosion of bold American television in the 1970s, writer/producer Norman Lear’s name is synonymous with the sitcom. The first documentary about the 94-year-old television legend, "American Masters — Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You," premieres nationwide Tuesday, October 25 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).
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